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This is a user's guide for a validated survey instrument to be used in assessing the effectiveness of coalitions, partnerships, etc. from the perspective of members. It has been used extensively in evaluating programs that use coalitions, including Allies Against Asthma. It can be adapted. The user's manual provides detailed information on the development and administration of the instrument.

A Manual for Effective Community Health Coalitions. A research-based resource for people who serve on, staff, or fund community health coalitions.
Note: It was originally printed, and has now been scanned. It is too big to transfer electronically so we have created and distribute a CDROM.

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's official Website. Free information on programs offered, free downloadable resources, "Ask the Allergist" service and more.

This easy-to-read guide will help people with asthma stay out of the emergency room, out of the hospital and as active as everyone else. It is an ideal guide for parents, patients and anyone who needs a quick asthma reference book. Accurate, clear, and illustrated with line drawings and charts, One Minute Asthma covers the basics of asthma and the medicines used to treat it. Readers will learn how

The Smokefree Apartment House Registry at www.smokefreeapartments.org provides a free listing of non-smoking apartments which are located in non-smoking buildings. There is also information for landlords and tenants about the legality of non-smoking residential buildings. The service is free.

Clearinghouse of free downloadable fact sheets, guides, and reports on healthy school environments, offers information and referral to parents,personnel, and schools nationwide on common environmental concerns: IAQ, IPM, Molds, environemnt committees, high performance design, renovation and health, and other issues.